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The Link2Build group publishes news and information about the Ontario construction industry daily. Check here for the latest in trends, developments and insight from a wide variety of contributors, and visit regularly for updated information.
Rise of the robots: Some homebuilders turning to automation to bridge labour shortage
Experts say the real estate construction sector will need to be more innovative, including through increased adoption of robotics and other automation tools.
AtkinsRéalis, Bird joint venture awarded contract for East Harbour Transit Hub
The hub and will connect transit users in the GTHA to both GO Transit and the Ontario Line, and divert thousands of riders daily from Union Station.
Canada's employers put hiring on ice in February ahead of tariff impacts
Statistics Canada said Friday that the Canadian economy added just 1,100 jobs last month, falling short of economists' expectations and well below the 76,000 jobs added in January.
IRCC announces changes to immigration pathways for construction workers
The department will reserve immigration spaces for up to 6,000 undocumented construction workers, and allow qualified temporary foreign workers to study in apprenticeship programs without a study permit.
Aecon profits rise but fall short of expectations
On an adjusted basis, the Toronto-based infrastructure firm says diluted earnings jumped to 25 cents per share from 12 cents per share.